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Italian Lasagna

Irresistible Italian Lasagna That Will Warm Your Heart

This Italian Lasagna is a comforting blend of rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella that brings family together.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Lasagna Noodles Consider no-boil noodles for shorter prep time.
For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Use lean beef for a healthier twist.
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage Choose spicy for heat or mild for a gentle touch.
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Homemade offers the best flavor.
For the Cheese Filling
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese Beat with an egg for added structure.
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Fresh mozzarella is top-notch.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated adds authentic flavor.
For Presentation
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Not mandatory but definitely ups the appeal.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • mixing bowl
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and Italian sausage. Cook for 7-10 minutes until browned.
  3. Once the meat is cooked, pour in the marinara sauce and stir to combine. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. Combine ricotta cheese, an egg, and half of the grated parmesan in a medium bowl. Mix until smooth.
  5. In a baking dish, start layering: marinara sauce, lasagna noodles, ricotta mixture, and shredded mozzarella. Repeat and end with marinara and mozzarella.
  6. Cover the assembled lasagna with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbling.
  7. Let the lasagna cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Choose fresh herbs and high-quality cheeses for the best flavor. Allow the lasagna to rest before slicing for cleaner cuts.

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